Marcelo Crivella’s victory underscores fall of Rousseff’s Workers’ party and voters’ contempt for entire political systemAn evangelical bishop has been elected mayor of Rio de Janeiro,as rightwing candidates across Brazil strengthened their influence at the expense of a decimated Workers’ party.
Despite his past condemnation of Catholics and homosexuals, Marcelo Crivella of the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God won control of the city in a moment round of municipal elections that underscored the rise of devout conservatism and the demise of the leftwing party that has dominated national politics for more than a decade. Related: With Rousseff on the ropes, and Brazil's far right sees an opening Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com